Episode

Meet the Met

Podcast: The Commentary Magazine Podcast
Published: May 5, 2026
Duration seconds: 4100
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Summary

While signs that hostilities with Iran might renew despite statements from Pete Hegseth to the contrary, we pivot to discussing last night's Met Gala and the current obsession with ugly as beauty, and the expansive world of modern celebrity. Plus, John recommends Jonathan Moore's The Night Market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices